Monthly Archives: October 2014

There are many terms that are thrown around when dealing with a family law case. Some of the terms may be recognizable, while others may be confusing. Below are some commonly used words and definitions to help our clients gain a better understanding of family law: Alternative Dispute Resolution: Different methods of resolving legal disputes…

There are several defenses the accused spouse may use to defend a dissolution of marriage or legal separation. These include: failure of the petitioner to prove their case; provocation; accepted lifestyle; and condonation. You may be wondering, what do all of these things mean? Failure of the Petitioner to prove their case: The petitioner has…

We recently settled a case for a client who was horribly injured in a car accident in which she was a passenger. Her medical bills topped $400,000.00. Her life will forever be impaired due to her terrible injuries. The defendant’s insurance company immediately offered the full policy which we accepted. The client did not have…

Legal separation is merely a separation, not a divorce. The legal separation does not actually terminate the marriage, and it does not decide property rights, unless the parties agree that happen. According to the Illinois Statute, 750 ILCS 5/402(a), only the party who is without fault may seek a judgment of legal separation. So why…